SIMPLE Batting Reviews 81

He simplified Cricket to an extent where I went from scoring at 10 Avg and 90 SR to, 35 Avg and 150+ SR in T20s!

Gio is attentive, knowledgeable and his coaching is incredibly logical. The course is the best batting coaching you will find and not only are the results clear to see, but the process is not difficult to follow at all.

I had been member of gio’s fb group for quite some time.
Spoke to him a couple of times too.
Although i could not afford the private circle but i opted for his DIY training videos for few modules and even though they are short videos but to the point with amazing pointers to keep you focussed on task at hand and teaches you ways to play fearlessly and how to effectively manage your thoughts.
After implementing the techniques he taught to handle your emotions and fears etc, i managed to score 3 100s and few high 40s and 50s.
Thanks a lot for amazing work.

Gio is a excellent coach, after having a chat with him. He really understands where you are coming from and the mental stress that you out yourself through. His SIMPLE process allows you to take the exact action that is required for the situation and focus you down to the basics again. It’s a easy as watching the ball. Thanks Gio

Gio’s mental training for cricket is both simple and effective. It has had a meaningful impact on the way my son approaches his batting and the results that come with it.

When I used to hear phrases like ‘cricket is played between the two ears’ or hear Dhoni speak about ‘following the process’, I had no idea what was being talked about until I worked with Gio. Gio’s coaching places emphasis on developing the mental side of the game which is probably more important than the technical skills. Gio calls his method ‘simple’ because it indeed distills batting down to its bare bones: understanding the most fundamental technical skills you need and understanding how you can control your mind. Gio uses the Socratic method of teaching, blending it with a good dash of Stoicism and teaches you the essential skills that you need to succeed. He gets you to critically understand your game yourself, which is very refreshing compared to the didactic coaching you typically get. I would even argue that lessons from his coaching can be applied to other aspects of life as well, and I have found great benefit in looking at things beyond cricket with the lens he has provided me. More importantly, I enjoy playing cricket and scoring runs, and I have never felt this confident, all thanks to Gio. Gio has high standards and he expects you to maintain them if you do decide to work with him. He commits to your success and he expects and equal commitment from you.

By taking all the proven fundamentals and principles of batting prowess I was able to achieve a routine and consistent mindset that allowed me to score freely and clearly.

Gio is a wonderful mentor and extremely knowledgeable and inspiring.

I highly recommend him to anyone and is a solid part of my everyday coaching philosophy’s to this day,

Many thanks

Tony Wellington
43yrs old
Tauranga
New Zealand 🇳🇿

My son's perspective from his Gio and Simple batting experience -


What really helped my physical and psychological side of the game is the structure of the training and all the measurables you use going into training. I loved that I always had a plan on what I was going to work on and the measurables that I was going to execute. Also the psychological side of of it knowing how to train constructively and handle feedback well, to get better everytime Gio would see my feedback. Also, firmly believe that this teaches you life lessons on how to think correctly in situations life throws at you.
Thanks again.

My son had not long turned 12 when he started the Simple Batting program. He had a reasonable technique but could struggle to pierce the field, especially when playing for his club's U15s. This could lead to him getting some unhelpful comments from teammates (even though he was playing 3 years above his own age group), which in turn dented his confidence. However, thanks to the training, his swing and timing developed, as did his range of shots. These, combined with a more positive intent, meant he was definitely striking the ball better - and that was with no increase in his physical strength. The mental training also brought out a level of maturity well above his years, including working out for himself what he needed to do to put the feedback into practice, and keeping going if things didn't quite go right first time. In the season following the training he went on to score his first hundred in junior cricket and achieved a top score of 85 in adult matches. There were low points as well, but revisiting his course notes and the program videos got him back on track. He really enjoyed the program, and as a parent I would definitely recommend Simple Batting.

My son really enjoyed the simple batting course and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
From the first diagnostic call with Gio it was very hands on and he and his team really understand the art of batting. The online approach is great with the drills and feedback calls that are designed to work on the fundamentals of batting whilst allowing you to improve your technique and your stroke play. The initial part of the training focused on mastering bat flow as a key fundamental before working through key strokes, that has allow my son to now have confidence to access scoring shots 360 degrees. Gio approach and twice weekly feedback calls made sure that we didn't move on to the next drill or stroke until you had mastered the last one.
The online nature of the course also allows for self reflection and gives you a great understanding of batting fundamentals that allow for self-diagnostics. The 3 month program also focuses on the mental aspect of batting, that allows to you understand and accept “that sometimes you get a good ball” and to move on.
During the course I witnessed my son develop techniques to remove the outside noise (coaches, opposition, selection and personal pressure) and allow him to find his own batting zone that allowed him to find his own “peak batting state” to freely score runs. To provide a little more context, I have personally seen a significant change in my sons approach that has seen him transform from a reluctant opening batsman to a confident opener that has twice this season hit sixes of the first ball of the game and once a four. This approach and newfound self-belief has also allowed him to confidently leave every ball in his first 4 overs and not let the scoreboard dictate how he plays the next ball. His scoring rate has improved significantly with clean striking and all-round stroke play.
Do yourself a favour if you or a family member is stuck in a slump of form and low confidence, I would recommend that you reach out to Gio for a chat.

I really enjoyed the simple batting course. Not only does it hone your technique and improve your stroke play, it also focuses on the mental aspect of batting. The course took you on a journey focusing on mastering bat flow as a key fundamental before working through key strokes. The weekly calls and check in's gave valuable feedback and checked your progress. Gio made sure you didn't move on to the next drill or stroke until you had mastered the last one. Overall I found this course improved my knowledge, approach and enjoyment of cricket.

Highly recommend SIMPLE Batting and Gio as your coaching academy and coach. They break things into simple parts which gives everyone insight into techniques and how they are applied in the game. Simple but very effective strategies to take your game to the next level.

Last Summer, I completed Batting Prowess training with Simple Batting. I cannot recommend Gio highly enough. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cricketer looking to take your batting skills to the next level, he has the expertise, knowledge, and passion to help you achieve your goals. His true professionalism, guidance and encouragement helped me to gain more confidence at the crease.

I had a great experience and would highly recommend. This is more than a course to improve your batting its an investment in yourself. I found that by fully engaging in the process this helped improve my batting immensely.
Also by accessing the support plus online training this not only helped improve my batting but also influenced me greatly in other areas of my life in how to put in the necessary work to achieve my other goals. Many thanks Simple Batting

I came across SIMPLE Batting in 2019 on social media and Gio's knowledge, logic and explanations just made sense in a way no one I have seen has. He places a massive emphasis on keeping things SIMPLE - both with the training of fundamentals and the mental aspect of batting - which is neglected by almost every coach out there.

Most coaches tell you do x, do y, do z - but I found Gio was the first coach that actually told me HOW to do it, and how to continuously measure and make rapid progress with small consistent changes combined with simple mental processes.

I was able to improve my strike rate massively with simple changes to mindset and how I train.

Cricket is so behind in terms of biomechanics and "technique" compared to other bat/racquet sports such as baseball/tennis - but Gio is changing that and it is refreshing to see.

Considering what other coaches charge and their expertise compared to Gio - if you're looking for coaching I would say this is a no brainer.

DIY Batting Prowesses
Gio is an exceptional coach. The training he has created is built from years of experience. The batting prowesses trading is excellent to reinforce the fundamentals of the game and gives you a tool to remain focused and “Watch the Ball”. After the training I scored a 50 and this was after a while. I also made useful contributions with number of not out innings as I ran out of partners.

This program has assisted me in each department of my cricket mentally, physically and technically.It has helped me challenged myself for more and to understand how to go about your craft and get better at it daily as far as your routines in everyday living.
Simple batting has also help me document my progress and how to navigate in different conditions .
I think that it’s a no brainer

About a year or 2 ago I came across Gio Colussi's facebook page, Simple batting, unweighing of the bat etc. Now, I have a super talented cricketer, but he didn't score runs and believe me we tried everything, send him to big name coaches, cricket schools, he just wasn't scoring consistently. We knew as parents, it was all between the ears. I could see as a mom he was a fearful batsmen, in the nets he looked better than AB and Faf, but no runs or very little runs on the field...he use to be the batsmen who chirp the bowlers, not at all present in his game..
We decided to give Gio a try, my oh my, what a huge difference it made!! He was a different batsman, completely!! Suddenly he was not scared to get out, he is a very technically correct batsmen, but he used it to score runs, not to keep the ball out the whole time and score 5 from 50 balls, 8 from 80 balls..He actually got 42* from 20 balls, he scored a 53, a 68 etc. He scored more runs in one season, than he scored in his whole High School career. There is still alot of work in progress, but he knows what and how to do it now...Gio, we can't thank you enough..

I recently had the pleasure of working with Gio cricket coach for my son, and I must say, it was an incredible experience. Gio's expertise in batting fundamentals and his ability to break down complex techniques into easy-to-do drills is impressive.

During our sessions, Gio focused on the fundamental skills of batting, including grip, stance, point of contact and footwork. He emphasized the importance of developing a solid foundation, which I found incredibly helpful. He also introduced us to a range of easy-to-do drills that allowed us to work on skills in a fun and engaging way.

What stood out to me the most was Gio's approach to mental conditioning. He helped us understand the importance of mental toughness in cricket and how to develop a positive mindset.

Overall, I highly recommend Gio cricket coach to anyone looking to improve their batting skills, especially in batting fundamentals and mental conditioning. His passion for the game and commitment to his students' success make him an exceptional coach. Thank you, Gio, for your invaluable coaching and support!

What resonated with me was finally somebody underatood how i was feeling and the pressures i was putting myself under. Since joining back before the pandemic Gios advice and teachings have been a massive help in my mental and physical game. After my first call with Gio my mindset changed and i hit 89* not out the next day in the southern premier league would have been a big 100 but we got the total we were chasing. Since joining my game has gone from strength to strength and i enhoy batting again and dont feel the pressures or stress i had before. I would certainly recommend joining the group if you are having struggles with your batting as what Gio teaches is bloody brillant and has helped in a massive way.